Empowered Birthing VT

We are booking into 2024 - tell your friends!

Serving the NEK and beyond, we offer a sliding scale and flexible payment options.🤰🏼

Everyone deserves a doula, so reach out to learn more!
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🌟 Exciting Announcement! 🌟

Are you or someone you know expecting a baby? Get ready to embark on the incredible journey of childbirth with our brand-new online childbirth education course! 🎉📚

🌿 Our comprehensive course is designed to empower expecting parents with the knowledge and confidence they need for a positive birth experience. Led by experienced professionals, our modules cover everything from understanding the stages of labor to effective pain management techniques and postpartum care.

🌍 Best of all, you can join from the comfort of your own home, at your own pace! No need to worry about conflicting schedules or travel arrangements. Our online platform offers convenience without compromising on the quality of information and support.

🎁 Plus, as a special launch offer, the first 50 enrollments will receive this course at our launch price of only $97!

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to prepare for one of life's most precious moments. Tag a friend who would love to join you on this journey! 🌈✨

DM us or comment EDUCATE and we will send you the link!🔥
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We are Katie & Diantha, childbirth educators and doulas on a mission to provide evidence based information to all pregnant people to empower them to have a positive birth experience.💪🏼

✨Love free stuff? Check out our free pregnancy prep guide! Want even more? Download our 90-minute webinar all about your choices in childbirth! link in bio🤍
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Eek! 🎃👻

Your turn! A haunted house but it’s just…👇🏼
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Whew, those early postpartum days. Would you believe me if I told you these photos were taken within an hour of each other?

🌙 The hormonal shift after childbirth is immense, and it's natural to experience a wide range of emotions. Remember, you're not alone🌙

Don't hesitate to reach out and ask for help when you need it. Surround yourself with a supportive community and let them lend a helping hand.

✨Give yourself the grace you deserve. Celebrate the victories, big and small, and be gentle with yourself during the challenging moments. You're doing amazing! ✨
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The reel we posted the other day shed a light on how many birthing people do not know the choices and rights they have during their birth experience.💔

Sadly, many hospitals in the country haven’t caught up to the evidence related to best practices in maternal and infant health and well-being, so many birthers are forced to advocate for themselves.

✨But what if you don’t know what you don’t know? We’re here to help!✨

Join us for a live webinar next Wednesday from 11-12 to discuss ALL of your options and the evidence behind each. We’ll also point you in the right direction to find your own information to make your own choices when the time comes.

Registration is now open:

http://webinars.empoweredbirthingvt.com/birth-choices-webinar
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We love what we do and are so thankful for our clients, who trust us to guide them through a positive birth experience🤍

Are you expecting a baby in 2024? We are now accepting clients starting in March! Book a free consultation in our bio✨
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Breastfeeding is a journey filled with various emotions and challenges. We understand that it's not always easy, and that's why we want to hear from you, our amazing community. Whether you've had a smooth experience or faced hurdles, your story matters.

For those preparing to breastfeed or currently navigating this path, we're here to support you.

✨Comment 'prepare' below, and we'll send you a FREE guide for breastfeeding preparation. 📚

Let's come together to share our real experiences and support each other through the highs and lows.

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Is your family expecting a baby sibling?

Come join us for a FREE play-based class designed to help prepare big siblings for welcoming their new sibling into the family!🌞

We will read a story, do a craft, take a tour of the birth center, and practice caring for babies using baby dolls.

Snacks will be provided. Please dress in clothes you don’t mind getting messy! (we will have some t-shirt smocks available)🎨

We can’t wait to meet you and your growing family! Click the link in our bio to register for our next class on August 22nd from 3:30-5pm!
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Transitional labor can be the most grueling part of your birth experience. Your body will release a whole slew or hormones to prepare your body to birth your baby. Your cervix will fully dilate and effect, and your uterus will likely start bearing down.

Transition is when we are most likely to hear “I can’t do this” or “I’m done” - and we always tell our clients that means they’re almost to the finish line!

Save this post and help yourself be prepared for transitional labor and a calm and confident birth!✨
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Do you want to set your newborn up for sleep success, or help guide your infant to better sleep habits?

✨Join Katie for a 1-hour "Sleep 101" webinar & Q&A session!✨

Date: July 27th
Time: 7pm est via GoogleMeet

You will learn...
👉🏼The basics of baby sleep
👉🏼The secret to sculpting the perfect schedule for your baby
👉🏼How to implement effective bedtime routines
👉🏼When you can consider sleep training
👉🏼Gentle ways to encourage independent sleep

This webinar will be about an hour long.
Can’t make it to the live event? No worries! Register anyway and I’ll send you a replay🥳

See you July 27th!

https://webinars.empoweredbirthingvt.com/sleep-course-registration?fbclid=PAAaYXOMNOx-fVFe4c9aSOO85Clh7ISZ2ixp-ztD0r4KGast2LH3cORhN1KYg_aem_ATa8VMHyOfbXQOfgq2cDn5bsKqkdK8f8vKkGv_h78o2FrCgKwbV9-z8q187E2cboOb4

Empowered Birthing client openings for the rest of 2023!✨

Some things you should know…

1️⃣we do NOT just support “natural” birth. We support YOUR birth choices, no matter what they are. We even support cesarean birth!
2️⃣please please PLEASE don’t let cost be an issue. We are very flexible with payment options and truly believe everyone deserves a doula.
3️⃣we work in collaboration with your care team and partner, not to replace anyone!

Tag a pregnant friend and send them our way!🤰🏼
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When it comes to labor and delivery, partners need support too!

Birth can be overwhelming for both the birthing person AND partners, but doulas are there to provide a calming presence and much-needed support.

From helping partners understand medical procedures to offering a listening ear and encouraging words, doulas are an essential part of any birth tram, working toward a positive birth experience for everyone!

Did you have a doula at your birth? How did your doula support your partner?👇🏼

Stage 1 labor starts when the cervix begins to dilate and ends when the cervix is fully dilated at 10 centimeters.

✨Early labor: This phase is also known as the latent phase. During this phase, the cervix begins to soften, thin out, and open up. Contractions may start, but they are usually mild and irregular. Early labor can last for several hours or even days!
👉🏼It is important to stay well-hydrated, eat light snacks, and rest as much as possible during early labor.👈🏼

✨Active labor: This phase is when the cervix dilates from 4 to 7 centimeters. Contractions become stronger, longer, and more regular, occurring every 3-5 minutes. The intensity of the contractions increases, and they may be accompanied by back pain or pressure. You may also experience nausea, vomiting, or chills during active labor.
👉🏼It is important to focus on breathing techniques and finding positions that are comfortable during this phase.👈🏼

✨Transition: This phase is when the cervix dilates from 8 to 10 centimeters. Contractions are very strong, lasting 60-90 seconds, and occurring every 2-3 minutes. You may feel intense pressure in their lower back and re**um, and they may experience a strong urge to push. It is common to feel overwhelmed, irritable, or emotional during transition.
👉🏼It is important to stay calm, focused, and to work with your provider and doula to manage the pain.👈🏼

It is SO important to stay well-informed, prepared, and to work closely with your partner and doula to prioritize and make decisions about how you hope to manage the pain and discomfort of labor.

Don’t have a birth plan yet? No worries! Download our BIRTH PREFERENCES TEMPLATE by clicking the link in our bio!
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What was something that surprised you during your labor?👇🏼
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✨navigating changes to your birth plan✨

Birth is a journey filled with twists and turns, and sometimes our carefully crafted birth plans may need to adapt along the way. 🌿

As we navigate unexpected shifts, remember that flexibility does NOT mean compromising our desires🗣️but rather finding new pathways to our ultimate goal: a safe and positive birth experience!🌈

As your birth progresses, you can stay informed, ask questions, and actively participate in decision-making.✨

Join us on June 26th for a LIVE birth planning course where we will walk you though your birth options, provide evidence based information, and answer any questions you have as you navigate your birth preferences.

Register at the link in bio!🎉

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June is a busy month and we are LIVING for it!

Join us this month for…
✨Bumps & Babies - a group for pregnant & new parents and their littles to come spend time together! Come as you are, very low key☺️
✨Childbirth Education Weekend Intensive - we have room for two more families! Register for this free class to learn everything you need to know about heading into your birth feeling READY!
✨Birth with Confidence: The Ultimate Childbirth Planning Course - a one-hour Zoom webinar all about mapping out your birth preferences. Come with your questions or just to listen!

Register at the link in our bio!
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❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
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Calling all parents in the NEK!✨

It takes a village, and we want to help you find yours! We are thrilled to offer this MONTHLY support group for new and expecting families in the area.

Join us in the Heartspace Yoga studio in St. Johnsbury. Plenty of room for your little ones to wiggle their bodies while we get the chance to chat!🎉

You can expect organic conversation about all things pregnancy, postpartum and parenting! Light refreshments will be provided.🍎

Please head to the link in our bio to register so we know how many people to expect!☺️

Suggested donation $5.
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hey, you! you’ve got this😊
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want to set your baby up for success when it comes to sleep! Keep reading👇🏼

The truth is, babies (and all humans?) are unpredictable and cannot be expected to be perfect in any aspect - including sleep! But there are ways to lay the groundwork and set up for success.

✨watch for early sleep cues: you don’t want to wait until your baby is yawning, crying, and hard to console before trying for a nap/bedtime. Watch for early cues such as zoning out, averting eye contact, etc.

✨keep an eye on wake windows: in addition to cues, you should follow general wake windows for babies before they are on a clock schedule. For newborns, wake windows can be as short as 45 minutes, meaning that you should aim for a nap after baby is awake for only 45 minutes!

✨follow a routine: babies love to know what to expect. Following a similar routine (sleep sack, read a story, rock, put in crib) can help transition to bedtime.

✨stay consistent: similar routines and responses to crying can help send the message of what the expectation is regarding sleep

✨set up the environment: the nursery or sleep space should be pitch black with white noise, nice and cool, calm and peaceful

Interested in learning more? Comment here or message us and Katie will reach out for a free chat about sleep consulting services! Starting as young as newborn, we can work together to lay the groundwork for healthy sleep habits in a gentle and supportive way🤍
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We had so much fun at our first Big Sibs event! Thanks to everyone who joined us🤍
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Check out what people are saying about our FREE Childbirth Education class at NVRH!

We run a 5 week series (Tuesdays from 6-8) and a weekend intensive (Saturday/Sunday 9-2:30).

Head to the link in our bio to register for one of our upcoming classes!
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